Description

Crab & Corn Chowder is a creamy and comforting dish that brings together the sweet flavors of fresh crab meat and corn. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this chowder warms the soul while evoking cherished memories of summer days by the sea. With its rich texture and vibrant taste, it’s sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb fresh lump crab meat
2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
4 slices crispy bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Dice the onion and potatoes; mince the garlic. If using fresh corn, cut kernels off the cob.
In a large pot over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Use the bacon drippings to sauté the onion until soft; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
Stir in diced potatoes and corn; cover with broth, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender (about 10 minutes).
Fold in crab meat and cream; heat through without boiling. Serve with crispy bacon sprinkled on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating Old Bay seasoning or your favorite herbs. This chowder can be made ahead of time—let it sit overnight for enhanced flavors.